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Hālau Kupukupu Summer Academy Apps Available
Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi campus is now accepting applications for its innovative take on summer school.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 7.2 Magnitude Fiji Quake
The NWS Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Ewa Beach reported that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake occurred at 11:59 a.m. HST on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017.
2017 Living Treasures to be Honored at Annual Gala
The five individuals selected as this year’s Living Treasures of Hawai‘i honorees include one Big Island resident.
Siren & Emergency Alert System Test
A statewide test of the outdoor siren warning system, and the live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 3.
15 Hikers Rescued from Waimanu Valley
Multiple numbers of hikers were trapped in Waimanu Valley on Jan. 1., 2017, due to heavy rains that caused the stream to become uncrossable.
Alzheimer’s Association January Events in Kona and Hilo
The Alzheimer’s Association will have four events on Jan. 6 and Jan. 7 at the Regency at Hualalai in Kailua-Kona and at Tutu’s House in Waimea on Jan. 21
HPD Arrests 22 Motorists for DUI Offenses
During the week of Dec. 26, 2016, through Dec. 31, 2016, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 22 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Five of the drivers were involved in traffic accidents. Two of the drivers were under the age of 21. In 2016, there were 1,111 DUI arrests compared with 1,064 in […]
Hawai‘i State Cancer Plan Unveiled for 2016-2020
The plan is a vision and action document designed to reduce the burden of cancer in the state.
HFD Reminds the Public to Stay Safe on NYE
For members of the Hawai‘i Fire Department, New Year’s Eve can be their busiest and most stressful night of the year.
Kailua-Kona Pier Restrictions for New Year’s Eve
Division of Conservation and Enforcement officers will be present on the Kailua pier throughout the evening to enforce all applicable laws…
Komohana Street Work to Halt for NY Weekend
No work will occur on the upcoming New Year’s holiday weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1.
Big Island Blood Drive to Begin January
Big Island Blood drive begins in West Hawai‘i on Jan. 9 and in East Hawai‘i on Jan. 23.
Springer Honored as Kona Officer of the Month
Officer Springer was honored for arresting a man who had broken into one vehicle and appeared to be selecting his next target.
New ‘Hawaiʻi Island’s Most Wanted’
Hawaiʻi Island’s Most Wanted highlights two people wanted on bench warrants and for questioning in other investigations.
Scheduled Lane Closures: Dec. 30–Jan. 6
The State of Hawai’i DOT and the County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures…
Abandoned Pāhoa Home Destroyed in Fire
Arrived at the scene at 1:23 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29, to find an abandoned home on Nanawale Boulevard in Pāhoa fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters extinguished the blaze by 2 p.m. and turned the scene over to the fire inspector for investigation. Damage to the single-wall, 1,300-square-foot structure are estimated at $130,000.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 6.2 Magnitude Indonesian Quake
No current tsunami watches, warnings or advisories are in effect for Hawai‘i after a 6.2-magniture earthquake was reported 21 miles from Tolotangga in Indonesia.
HPD Warning: New Twist on Sweepstakes Scam
Police caution the public not to fall prey to such scams and not to respond to requests for information or payment that come via telephone or the Internet.
